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  • A flaming shot of sambuca

    How Do You Drink Sambuca?

    Sambuca, an underrated liqueur outside of Italy, is best enjoyed in one of many traditional ways before branching out into other delicious applications.

    By Khyati Dand 12 months ago Read More
  • water filter on counter

    Can A Water Filter Really Make Cheap Vodka Taste Like Top Shelf?

    Filtering your vodka can help you save money and avoid the brash, rubbing alcohol-esque flavor and scent that sometimes come with more inexpensive buys.

    By Natasha Decker 12 months ago Read More
  • Pumpkin spice espresso martini

    Swap Vodka For A Darker Liquor When Making Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martinis

    While vodka works perfectly fine for the typical espresso martini, you should use something darker and more complex for the pumpkin spice take on the drink.

    By Becki Ledford September 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Person holding a Honey Deuce cocktail at the U.S. Open

    How The Honey Deuce Cocktail Swung Its Way Into The US Open

    The U.S. Open has its very own signature drink, called the Honey Deuce, that was first introduced in 2006; here's how it came to be so popular.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed September 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Highball whiskey lemon soda cocktail

    What Does It Mean To Order A Sling Cocktail?

    There are plenty of classic cocktails that are still so popular that we all know them, but the sling, a true classic, is less popular and more mysterious.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 26th, 2024 Read More
  • glass of whiskey on brown counter

    What Does It Mean To Drink Rotgut Whiskey?

    The unappealing name of rotgut whiskey speaks to both the taste of the alcohol and its long, dubious, and dangerous history in the United States.

    By Catherine Rickman August 24th, 2024 Read More
  • colorful plastic bottles with frozen juice inside

    Why The Nutcracker Cocktail Is Banned In NYC

    The nutcracker cocktail has long been stuff of New York lore - a high-proof, sweet drink that's often sold in bodegas and barbershops. Here's why it was banned.

    By Emily Zogbi August 21st, 2024 Read More
  • Rob Roy cocktail garnished with cherries

    Is A Roy Rogers Drink The Same As A Rob Roy?

    What's the big difference between a Roy Rogers and a Rob Roy? Well, one is family-friendly and the other is a classic cocktail -- both featuring a cherry.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt August 14th, 2024 Read More
  • Snoop Dogg wearing sunglasses

    Snoop Dogg's Favorite Party Cocktail Isn't Gin And Juice

    Snoop Dogg may be known for his shout-out to classic gin and juice, but his favorite nostalgic party drink is a lot more sweet, exciting, and a tad cheeky.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 14th, 2024 Read More
  • whiskey on a cheese board

    The Best Cheese To Pair With Irish Whiskey

    Pairing cheese with wine is pretty standard practice, but figuring out the best cheese to pair with Irish whiskey can be tricky, so we consulted an expert.

    By Hayley Sugg August 13th, 2024 Read More
  • rum raisin ice cream

    Can You Get Tipsy From Boozy Ice Cream?

    Creative types of boozy ice cream provide spirited dessert options. But can they make you drunk? The answer is a matter of science, and we have the scoop on it.

    By Tiffany Betts August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Scotch whisky glasses and cheeses

    Why It's Hard To Pair Cheese With Scotch (And The Best Cheese To Pair It With)

    Scotch whisky has a bold flavor that doesn't pair well with many cheeses, but the cheese it does pair with smooths out the whisky and makes it more sippable.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • Ernest Hemingway smiling in Kenya

    Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Cocktail Was A Rum Classic

    Ernest Hemingway was known for his love of drinking, and while he had many cocktails that he enjoyed, one more than any other was his favorite.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • glass of whisky on cheese board

    The Best Cheese To Pair With Unpeated Scotch Whiskey

    Unpeated Scotch has its own light and unique flavors that should be paired with a singular yet strong cheese, according to our interview with a cheese expert.

    By Catherine Rickman August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Glass of whiskey and a cheese board

    Why Blue Cheese And Rye Whiskey Are A Match Made In Heaven

    Rye whiskey can be fairly assertive, so we asked an expert what kind of cheese will both mellow and complement this special spirit for the best pairing.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Pouring whiskey into a glass

    The One Type Of Cheese You Should Never Pair With Whiskey

    According to John Montez, the assistant manager of education at Murray's Cheese, there is a cheese category that you should skip if you are sipping on whiskey.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • whiskey being poured from a decanter into a glass

    Should You Be Decanting Your Whiskey?

    Many people know that decanting wine can have great attributes like preventing oxidation and removing sediment, but is it also a good step for whiskey?

    By Hayley Sugg August 4th, 2024 Read More
  • Glasses of pineapple margarita

    For Flavorful Fruit-Filled Margaritas, Muddling Isn't The Answer

    Muddling fruit is one way to incorporate it into a margarita, but if you really want to ramp up the drink's flavor, try using another technique instead.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt August 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Close-up of whiskey pouring into glass

    Why Not Swirling Your Whiskey Before Tasting Is A Big Mistake

    Whiskey is not a complicated spirit, but there are a number of key steps to really enjoying it. One of them is swirling the liquor before tasting it.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • a group cheers with aperol spritzes

    Aperitif Vs Digestif: What's The Difference?

    Apertifs and digestifs are spirits or cocktails that people drink before or after meals to encourage appetite or break down food but what are other differences?

    By Danielle Esposito August 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • whiskey and cheese

    Why Cheddar Cheese And Bourbon Are An Ideal Pairing

    The subtle sweetness and bold richness that comes from aging cheddar cheese make it the ideal accompaniment for a strong spirit like bourbon.

    By Jennifer Waldera August 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Bartender measuring drinks

    What Does It Mean To Order A Well Drink?

    Although bartenders and more knowledgeable customers often talk about well drinks, it's more than possible you never quite figured out what the term means.

    By Annie Epstein August 1st, 2024 Read More
  • A collection of vintage decanters

    How Is Decanting Different With Whiskey Vs Wine?

    Decanting both wine and whiskey are popular choices. For some wines, it's almost mandatory to allow the bottle some time to breathe, but why decant whiskey?

    By Annie Epstein July 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Dry martinis being garnished

    What Does It Mean To Drink A Martini With A Twist?

    If you've ever wondered what drinking a martini with a twist actually means, we've got all the answers for you, and what garnish goes best with your drink.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt July 29th, 2024 Read More
  • Bartender pouring alcohol into shot glasses

    What Does It Mean To Order A Bartender's Handshake?

    It turns out there is actually a way that staff in the drinks community acknowledge fellow workers, and it's known as a bartender's handshake.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt July 28th, 2024 Read More
  • Sazerac cocktail

    What Does It Mean To Order A Drink 'Down'?

    You might have ordered a drink straight up before, but while the term 'down' is related, it's a bit more obscure and has one key difference.

    By Annie Epstein July 27th, 2024 Read More
  • three martinis being garnished

    What Does It Mean To Drink A Burnt Martini?

    While a burnt martini is not one of the more common martini variations, it adds a savory depth of flavor and warm color to the classic cocktail.

    By Louise Rhind-Tutt July 27th, 2024 Read More
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